Op-eds Criticize RFK Jr.’s Support for LNG
Posted on Feb 20, 2007 in Environmental, Policy, Legislation and Politics, Regas Terminals & Capacity, State and Local Issues | Comments Off on Op-eds Criticize RFK Jr.’s Support for LNG
The Providence Journal and The Ventura County Star carry op-eds that criticize Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.’s support for the development of LNG infrastructure in the United States.
Op-ed: Proposed Bradwood Landing Terminal Site “An Excellent Choice”
Posted on Feb 20, 2007 in Regas Terminals & Capacity, State and Local Issues | Comments Off on Op-ed: Proposed Bradwood Landing Terminal Site “An Excellent Choice”
A Seaside, Ore., resident says that Bradwood Landing is “an excellent choice” for NorthernStar Natural Gas’ proposed LNG terminal because its associated pipeline will not pass through wetlands. He adds that LNG imports will provide energy while “more suitable nonfossil fuel alternatives” are sought. The Daily Astorian carries his...
Editorial: LNG Vessel Transit Would Endanger U.S. and Canada
Posted on Feb 20, 2007 in Canada & Mexico, Regas Terminals & Capacity, Safety & Security, Vessel Transportation | Comments Off on Editorial: LNG Vessel Transit Would Endanger U.S. and Canada
The Globe and Mail says that the solution to the United States’ energy needs should not involve the transit of LNG vessels through Head Harbour Passage to proposed LNG import facilities in Maine. The paper argues that such a proposal could “endanger the fragile security of both nations.” [Subscription...
U.S. Rep. Questions Availability of USCG Resources for Proposed Broadwater Terminal
Posted on Feb 19, 2007 in Blog, Marine Regulation, Policy, Legislation and Politics, Regas Terminals & Capacity, Safety & Security, State and Local Issues | Comments Off on U.S. Rep. Questions Availability of USCG Resources for Proposed Broadwater Terminal
In a letter to the chairman of the House Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation, U.S. Rep. Tim Bishop (D-N.Y.) has requested a hearing to investigate the USCG’s ability to adequately safeguard Broadwater Energy’s proposed LNG terminal in Long Island Sound. “There are many unanswered questions about what impact Broadwater and similar projects will have...
Rhode Island Assistant AG Criticizes Approval of Proposed Weaver’s Cove Terminal
Posted on Feb 19, 2007 in Litigation, Policy, Legislation and Politics, Regas Terminals & Capacity, Safety & Security, State and Local Issues | Comments Off on Rhode Island Assistant AG Criticizes Approval of Proposed Weaver’s Cove Terminal
Rhode Island Assistant Attorney General Paul Roberti criticized FERC’s approval of the proposed Weaver’s Cove LNG terminal in Fall River, Mass., in a lecture at the University of Rhode Island on Friday. Roberti said that the planned terminal would endanger local communities and hamper recreational boating activity. The Newport Daily News provides further...